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Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on Chris Luxon's four-day trip to India

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The economy, trade, and talks will be top-of-mind as the Prime Minister lands in India today. Christopher Luxon's being joined by a large business and...

Sam Stubbs: Simplicity co-founder on Nicola Willis mulling over changing KiwiSaver contributions

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The default Kiwisaver contribution rate could be due for a shakeup. Finance Minister Nicola Willis is looking at upping the amount employees and emplo...

Liam Dann: Business Editor explains what Public Private Partnerships are

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Liam Dann joined Matt Heath and Tyler Adams to explain how public private partnerships work.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on Tesla's share price taking a hit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tesla's share price has taken a dive in recent months. Donald Trump's ascension to the US Presidency initially helped boost the share price, but it's ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the new stats revealing how many Kiwis left the country

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The number of people leaving the country long-term hit another new record in the year to January - but monthly data suggests the brain drain has peake...

Brett Shepherd: Craigs Investment Partners spokesperson recaps the first day of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investors are keen to see a long term pipeline of work - before committing to spending their money here.  More than a hundred companies, managing...

Chris Bishop: Infrastructure Minister on the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Summit

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Minister in charge of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit says deals will mostly be done in the coming weeks, months and years ahead...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Westpac's boss urging Australians to stop complaining about tariffs

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, Westpac's head is urging people to stop complaining over the new tariffs set out by the Trump administration. The US President has ...

Stephanie Batchelor: Milford Asset Management expert on the significant drops in the US financial market

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Investors have voiced concerns over declining US market growth - resulting in a significant drop. US President Donald Trump also didn't rule out a rec...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the IMF's annual report on New Zealand's economy

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The International Monetary Fund is cautioning the Government against bending over backwards, deregulating banks in a bid to spur more competition in t...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor ahead of the Government's Infrastructure Investment Summit

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Delegates from some of the world's largest banks and investment firms have arrived in Auckland for the Government's first Infrastructure Investment Su...

Shane Jones: Energy Minister on the opening of a new production well in the Pohokura gas field

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Energy Minister says he's doing his best to improve the stability of energy supply.  A new gas well at the Pohokura Production Station in Tar...

Barry Soper: Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent on New Zealand's banking sector making a profit amid economic downturn

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Banks are hanging tough despite tough economic conditions.  A KPMG report has found the sector's net profit for 2024 increased just 0.25 percent ...

Rod Duke: Briscoe Group managing director on the company's full-year sales data

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Briscoe Group's revenue has stayed virtually flat, with profit taking a hit. Total revenue for the owner of Briscoe Homeware and Rebel Sport decreased...

Katherine Baird: BusinessNZ Director Of Advocacy on the Government overhauling procurement rules

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An overhaul of the Government's procurement rule is a win for small Kiwi businesses. The Finance Minister is scrapping 24 requirements and adding a ne...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the market's response to Donald Trump's comments about the economy

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stock markets across the US have taken a significant hit over concerns about the negative economic impact of President Donald Trump's tariffs. After t...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the golden run that's set to continue for NZ beef pricing

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Following a surge in the second half of 2024, the golden run for New Zealand farmgate beef pricing has continued in the early part of 2025.  Retu...

Dame Therese Walsh: India Business Delegation Lead on the opportunities in the ministerial delegation to India

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister's taking one of the largest ministerial delegations to India.  Christopher Luxon is heading to New Delhi and Mumbai on Saturda...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Donald Trump's impact on the economy

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand is hoping for an economic reprieve - but experts warn that's less likely to happen this year. Donald Trump's ascension to the presidency h...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on Donald Trump declining to rule out US recession amid tariff war

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has declined to rule out a recession this year as his administration's tariffs spark economic concern. It comes after a vola...

Rachel Aiello: Canadian correspondent on what we can expect from Canada's new Prime Minister

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Canada's new Prime Minister is expected to tout his economic expertise as he enters the job.  Mark Carney has served as Governor of Canada's and ...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on China's retaliation against Trump and US trade war

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How is China feeling amid the trade war coming out of the United States?  Tariffs have been on and off under Trump's direction, but when it comes...

Enda Brady: UK correspondent on UK supermarkets adding non-alcoholic lagers to meal deals

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Meal deals have been a staple across UK retailers - and some outlets are offering consumers a new lunchtime option. Companies like Asda, Sainsbury's a...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert explains why equity markets are falling

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Equity markets across the world have taken a dive - and one expert has explained the sudden drop. Donald Trump's tariff threat and collective concerns...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on red meat prices rebounding

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand’s red meat sector is on track for a strong rebound, with export returns and overall profitability expected to rise. According to Beef + ...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on petrol prices being expected to drop

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Good news for Kiwi motorists - they can look forward to lower fuel prices in the next few days. The price of oil is at its lowest level in more than t...

Michael Wood: E tū negotiator on Canadian billionaire Jim Grenon's potential impact on NZME

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An Auckland-based Canadian billionaire previously linked to an alternative news venture has taken a substantial holding in media company NZME. NZME ow...

Irene King: aviation commentator on Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran's resignation

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is in for a change - with CEO Greg Foran resigning from October. He's told the board the airline is in a good place and this is the ri...

Jessica Walker: Consumer NZ Acting Head of Research and Advocacy on the growing calls to ban card payment surcharges

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's renewed calls for an outright ban on card payment surcharges.  Consumer NZ says the Commerce Commission's considering lowering interchang...

Sam Trethewey: Milford Asset Management Portfolio Manager on the current state of the 2025 stock market

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a big week for the New Zealand stock market, and one expert is taking a look at the highest performers. As results reporting continues, some comp...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on Adrian Orr's abrupt resignation from the Reserve Bank

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Major question marks over the shock-resignation of Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr. Orr's laid out areas of his work he's proud of, but gave no reaso...

Gareth Kiernan: Infometrics Chief Forecaster on the economic impact of Donald Trump's tariffs

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One expert has delivered a grim outlook for share markets around the world.  Stocks have tumbled after US President Donald Trump slapped tariffs ...

Mark Orams: sailing professor floats the idea of the America's Cup returning to Auckland

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Auckland has expressed interest towards Emirates Team New Zealand around returning the next America's Cup defence to the City of Sails. Tataki Aucklan...

Todd McClay: Trade Minister unpacks what Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could mean for New Zealand

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Trade Minister says he's taking potential disruption to trade very seriously.   US President Donald Trump has sent stocks tumbling across the...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on Adrian Orr's sudden resignation as Reserve Bank Governor

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today's surprise resignation by Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr has left experts with plenty of questions. Neither the Prime Minister nor Finance Min...

Jonathan Kearsley: US correspondent on Donald Trump delivering his first Congress address of his second term

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump says tariffs will make the US rich again.  The President's been delivering his first Congress address since commencing his second te...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on Adrian Orr's 'unexpected' resignation

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Industry experts have voiced their surprise after the Reserve Bank Governor abruptly resigned today.   Adrian Orr was almost halfway through his ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist ahead of Australia's GDP figures being released

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Economists are outlining their predictions as Australia prepares to release a GDP update tomorrow. The Australian economy is predicted to have grown f...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on Donald Trump proposing tariffs on agriculture imports

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

US President Donald Trump has indicated tariffs on imported agricultural products could take effect as soon as April. This announcement has generated ...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the recent drop in housing consents

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The coalition Government wants more homes to be built cheaper and faster, yet official data shows an annual 7.2 percent drop in the sector. New data f...

Winston Peters: Rail Minister reiterates previous Cook Strait ferry deal wasn't a good one

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As Hyundai is back on the table for a potential Cook Strait ferry deal, Winston Peters is reiterating his view that the previous deal wasn't a good on...

Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on the mood of business owners and growing confidence in the region

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the first of their regular catch ups, Business Canterbury’s Leeann Watson joined John MacDonald in studio to dig into what’s happening on the b...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on whether the delayed tariffs on Canada and Mexico will go ahead

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in the US, there's plenty of speculation as to what will happen with Trump's proposed tariffs on Canada and Mexico.  The proposed tariffs ar...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Indonesia's deal with Apple, China cutting a Taiwanese subsea cable, Trump taking aim at Chinese trade and investment

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Indonesia and Apple are finalising an agreement to lift an iPhone 16 ban. The ban came after Apple failed to source 40 percent of their products conte...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on the drought conditions impacting Taranaki farmers

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's relief among farmers as the Government recognises drought conditions in Taranaki. Federated Farmers says the region's had a year-and-a-half of...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on what the latest ANZ Business Outlook survey says about the economy

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The latest ANZ Business Outlook survey indicates confidence is up - but not all companies are feeling optimistic about their recovery. Business confid...

Jason Walls: Newstalk ZB political editor on Prime Minister Luxon's new partnership with Vietnam

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A new deal will put New Zealand at the top of Vietnam's diplomatic relationships list.  Prime Minister Chris Luxon has signed the comprehensive s...

Greg Smith: Devon Funds Management expert on Nvidia's record sales

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Despite growing fears about Deepseek's growing presence, tech giant Nvidia is reporting an impressive sales result. Nvidia reported a surge in fourth-...

Mike Egan: Restaurant Association President explains rise in Kiwis turning to fast food

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Zealand's KFC, Taco Bell and Pizza Hut stores have helped drive millions in profits for global owner Restaurant Brands.  The multi-national c...

Kelvin Davidson: CoreLogic Chief Property Economist on the connection between the gender pay gap and home ownership

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Home ownership rates among women have gone up, but there's concern financial barriers are holding them back from investment properties. The latest edi...

Geof Nightingale: independent tax expert on the IRD's plan to tax 9000 clubs, societies and not-for-profits

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Around 9000 clubs, societies, trade associations, professional and regulatory bodies and industry councils are in line to possibly be slapped with a t...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on Ryman Healthcare entering a trading halt

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ryman Healthcare has entered a trading halt as it proposes to raise $1 billion of new capital to reduce debt and reset the balance sheet. The retireme...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on thousands of clubs, societies, trade associations and industry councils facing a significant tax bill

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New reports indicate over 9000 clubs, societies, trade associations and industry councils could be looking at a significant tax bill. Inland Revenue h...

Michael Boggs: NZME chief executive on the company posting a $16 million full-year net loss

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Media company NZME is considering separating its property brand OneRoof into an entirely new business. The company - which also owns Newstalk ZB and t...

Dylan Firth: Brewers Association Executive Director on the rise in Kiwis drinking more beer and less wine

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Beer is reclaiming its popularity - in large part due to options with lower carbs and alcohol levels. Stats NZ has revealed the volume of beer for con...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the Government's plan to set up Special Economic Zones for Marsden Point

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

'Special Economic Zones' or energy precincts could be established to strengthen New Zealand's fuel and energy security, according to the Government. C...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on wool price surging up

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's a good start to the year for wool farmers, as prices leap up to a historic high. Following a Covid-induced downturn, growth has returned to the s...

Tom Aitken: Amico creator on the new app designed to formalise loan agreements between family and friends

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you've ever lent money to a friend or family member and never seen that cash again - a new app could turn that situation around. A former banker tu...

Grant Webster: Tourism Holdings Limited CEO on the company's half-year profit dropping 36 percent

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Campervan company Tourism Holdings is being hit hard by a tough economic climate, according to new reports. The company's net profit for the six month...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on the increase in retail spending at the end of 2024

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Retailers are hoping a sales rebound means an industry uptick has begun. Stats NZ data shows total retail sales increased 0.9 percent in the three mon...

Carolyn Young: Retail NZ Chief Executive on the calls for small towns to ditch the 9-5 retail model

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Business owners are being encouraged to work with neighbours to keep small towns 'alive'. Napier City Business general manager Pip Thompson says Napie...

David Seymour: Associate Finance Minister on a reform to the Overseas Investment Act

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is welcoming more foreign investment to New Zealand businesses by amending the Overseas Investment Act. The Associate Finance Minister ...

Catherine Beard: Business New Zealand Director of Agency on a reform to the Overseas Investments Act

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David Seymour has announced the Government will make it easier for Kiwi businesses to receive international investment.  The Associate Finance Mi...

Suzannah Jessep: Asia New Zealand Foundation Chief Executive on the importance of Vietnam ahead of PM's visit

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christopher Luxon is heading to Vietnam this week for bilateral talks. This visit comes as the Asia New Zealand foundation put out a report which exp...

Peter Lewis: Asia Business Correspondent on Xi Jinping's meeting with prominent entrepreneurs, India cutting import taxes in response to Trump's tariffs, and Singapore's tax breaks

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Xi Jinping had a meeting with prominent entrepreneurs this week... what was his message to them?  India is looking to cut import taxes in respons...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host on farmer confidence reaching its highest level in years

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Farmer confidence has risen to its highest level in over a decade, rebounding from record lows in recent years, Federated Farmers says. The advocacy g...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the Reserve Bank raising issues with Stats NZ data

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank is urging the Government to take a hard look at Stats NZ, with a view to improving the timeliness and accuracy of key economic data. ...

Greg Foran: Air New Zealand chief executive defends airline from criticism by Auckland Airport

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Air New Zealand is brushing off criticism from Aotearoa's largest airport. Auckland Airport CEO Carrie Hurihanganui has suggested the national carrier...

Louise Upston: Child Poverty Reduction Minister on the Government failing to meet targets for reducing child poverty

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Child Poverty Reduction Minister attributes stagnant progress to tough economic conditions.  Annual figures to June show no real change since...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australia's unemployment rate rising to 4.1 percent

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.1 percent in January from 4 percent in December, in line with expectations from economists. According to the A...

Rowan Simpson: Kiwi Entrepreneur talks start ups, business confidence, and economic growth

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The name of the game for the government this year is economic growth and increased productivity.  For that, what New Zealand needs is successful ...

Mike's Minute: KiwiSaver reality vs ideology

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Given the issues around KiwiSaver, it’s a miracle any of us save anything to become remotely independent in retirement.  Last week we told you ...

Oliver Mander: NZ Shareholders Association CEO on Fonterra mulling over move to sell off consumer brands

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fonterra appears to be advancing its plans to sell off Anchor, Mainland and its other consumer brands.  The co-op hasn't decided whether or not t...

Remy Morgan: Milford Asset Management expert on the market reactions to today's OCR cut

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Reserve Bank started 2025 off with some good news for homeowners and slashed the OCR by 50 basis points. The Central Bank also implied more rate c...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the banks cutting down mortgage rates after OCR decision

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Banks have begun slashing shorter-term mortgage rates following today's cuts to the OCR, but experts have issued a warning to homeowners. Reserve Bank...

Andrew Reding: Fletcher Building CEO on the company's climbing losses

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fletcher announced a $134 million net loss after tax for the December 31, 2024 half-year, up on the previous $120m net loss. Losses climbed partly due...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on today's 'double-cut' to the OCR

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's praise for the Reserve Bank tonight - from one of its fiercest critics. It's signalling this afternoon's double-cut to the Official Cash Rate ...

Barry Soper: ZB senior political correspondent on the Government's response to today's OCR cut

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Prime Minister says this afternoon's double cut to the OCR is another sign the economy's improving. The Reserve Bank is also signalling it'll foll...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the exodus of 25 to 45-year-olds leaving New Zealand

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over 70,000 Kiwis left the country last year - and there's a changing trend in the types of people departing. The OE is a classic experience for many ...

Paul Bloxham: HSBC chief economist on Australia slashing their OCR by 25 basis points

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's finally some relief for Australian homeowners, as the RBA lowers interest rates for the first time since 2020. It held the cash rate at 4...

Brad Olsen: Infometrics principal economist on what we can expect from the first OCR update of 2025

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's the Reserve Bank's first official cash rate decision for 2025 - and many economists are predicting a rate cut to start off the year. The RBNZ is ...

John Stevenson: Chair of Fonterra's Co-operative Council on the company offering dairy farmers compensation for sustainability efforts

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fonterra dairy farmers will be able to earn cash for their climate efforts - beginning from June. The dairy giant has announced it will pay an extra 1...

Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on the RBA cutting the OCR to 4.1 percent

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Over in Australia, the RBA has moved to lower the Official Cash Rate by 25 basis points from 4.35 percent to 4.1 percent. This is in line with predict...

Shane Solly: Harbour Asset Management spokesperson on A2 Milk's share price surging

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A2 Milk has upped its first-half net profit by 7.6 percent - overtaking expectations - and announced its first dividend of 8.5 cents a share. Its infa...

Mark Troughear: Freightways CEO on the company's revenue going up despite economic downturn

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One of our largest freight companies says it's yet to see economic green shoots. Freightways is reporting a 6.5 percent increase in profit in the six ...

Nicola Willis: Economic Growth Minister reveals another supermarket player is interested in setting up in New Zealand

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Economic Growth Minister says she's had another supermarket express their interest in setting up shop here. Nicola Willis has repeated the call we...

Robert MacCulloch: Auckland University economics professor warns against cutting the OCR

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An economics expert says cutting the Official Cash Rate is unwarranted. The Reserve Bank is set to release its first 2025 OCR decision on Wednesday. M...

Business Panel: Delivereasy's Tim Robinson and Adult Toy Megastore's Nicola Relph

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

They're two Wellington business behemoths; one delivering food, the other offering sexual wellness products.  But now unlikely partners Deliverea...

Richard Templer: Engineering NZ CEO urges the Government to release infrastructure funds amid job shortage

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's growing concern about a potential decline in engineering roles - with renewed calls for the Government to step in and intervene. Engineering N...

Sam Dickie: Fisher Funds expert on the collective response to Donald Trump's tariffs?

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The expanded tariff measures announced by President Donald Trump are contributing to economic uncertainty held by multiple companies, according to exp...

Jamie Mackay: The Country host addresses backlash from farmers as Southland farmland set to be converted into forestry

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A series of livestock sales making way for blanket afforestation on a productive hill-country station on the Hokonui Hills in Southland isn't being re...

Liam Dann: NZ Herald business editor at large on the Finance Minister's plan to boost competition in the supermarket sector

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government has confirmed it plans to create more competition between the supermarkets as part of its growth plan. Finance and Economic Growth Mini...

Patrick Brockie: City Rail Link CEO on the first test train travelling through the Auckland tunnels

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Managers of Auckland's City Rail Link are still shying away from naming a specific opening date, following last night's successful tests.  A trai...

Tex Edwards: MonopolyWatch research director on the Government's new plan to boost supermarket competition

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's hopes a fresh call for reform to break our supermarket duopoly brings meaningful action. Economic Growth and Finance Minister Nicola Willis ha...

Kris Faafoi: Insurance Council CEO on the rise in people switching to third-party car insurance due to costs

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rising premiums are pushing more people into considering third party car insurance. The average quote for comprehensive car insurance on comparison we...

Jo Learmonth: Wānaka Business Chamber Chair on the potential impact of a McDonald's in the city

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Wānaka's business community doesn't appear to have been fazed by the now unlikely prospect of McDonalds setting up shop in town.   The fast-food...

Pattrick Smellie: BusinessDesk managing editor on the Government signing off on new rules for foreign investors

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It's looking more likely that NZ First is on board with the new rules for foreign investors - including a shake-up for overseas buyers of property. Ne...

Jeremy Hutton: Milford Asset Management Equities Analyst on the start of the NZX reporting season

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The upcoming reporting season looks likely to reflect the tough times seen in the economy in the second half of last year, yet company 'outlook' state...

Jenee Tibshraeny: NZ Herald Wellington business editor on the Government's planned reviews into the ACC

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Government is running the ruler over the way the Accident Compensation Corporation manages its $50 billion investment portfolio. The newly appoint...

Vittoria Short: ASB CEO on the bank's interim net profit rising to $763 million

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

ASB is reporting a one percent increase in net profit, for last year's second half. Profit margins remained flat, but home lending grew five percent a...